Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Announced December 2009
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K-x, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and K-x (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and K-x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Z7 II was announced 10 years later than the K-x and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z7 II matches up against the K-x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Pentax K-x. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Pentax K-x
Z7 II | K-x | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | December 2009 | Fresher by 132 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Nikon Z7 II
K-x | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K-x
Z7 II | K-x | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II has physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax K-x has sizing of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
See the Nikon Z7 II and Pentax K-x in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II and the K-x.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and K-x is 61 and 69 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and K-x.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will give you greater detail with its extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II will have an advantage in sensor technology.
Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z7 II vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Pentax K-x |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 16.00 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 580g (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 shots | 1900 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Pricing at launch | $2,997 | $600 |